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Poster Print : Vanitas Still Life, c. 1665 / 1670. Creator: Jan van Kessel
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Vanitas Still Life, c. 1665 / 1670. Creator: Jan van Kessel
Vanitas Still Life, c. 1665/1670
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Bindweed Bubble Bubbles Butterflies Butterfly Caterpillar Convolvulus Convolvulus Arvensis Field Convolvulus Hour Glass Hourglass Insect Insects Jan Van Kessel Jan Van Kessel I Jan Van Kessel The Elder Kessel Jan Van Kessel The Elder Jan Van Morning Glory Oil On Copper Old Master Roses Skull Soap Bubble Soap Bubbles Time Vanitas Vase Ephemeral
18x24 inch Poster Print
Breathtakingly intricate and rich in symbolism, this Vanitas Still Life by Jan van Kessel (c. 1665/1670) is a captivating addition to any space. The meticulously painted arrangement of decaying fruits, flowers, and various objects serves as a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of life. This exquisite poster print from Media Storehouse, featuring the renowned artwork from Heritage Images, is a timeless piece that invites reflection and adds an air of sophistication to your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases Jan van Kessel's "Vanitas Still Life" a masterpiece created between 1665 and 1670. The Flemish artist, known as Jan van Kessel the Elder, expertly captures the essence of vanitas in this 17th-century oil painting on copper. The image depicts an array of symbolic elements that invite contemplation on the transient nature of life. A delicate convolvulus arvensis, commonly known as field convolvulus or bindweed, gracefully intertwines with vibrant roses and morning glories. These flowers represent beauty and fragility, reminding us of life's ephemeral nature. Hovering above these blooms are enchanting butterflies fluttering around soap bubbles suspended in mid-air. The fragile bubbles symbolize the fleeting passage of time while the butterflies evoke transformation and rebirth. Intriguingly placed amidst this scene is a skull resting upon an hourglass—a powerful reminder of mortality and the inevitability of death. This juxtaposition serves to emphasize the transience and futility of earthly pursuits. Jan van Kessel skillfully employs color and composition to create a visually striking still life that invites viewers to reflect upon deeper philosophical concepts such as vanity, impermanence, and human existence. Displayed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D. C. , this artwork stands as a testament to Van Kessel's mastery in capturing complex themes through his meticulous attention to detail. It serves as both a historical artifact from seventeenth-century Flanders and an
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